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Radial Keratotomy Eye Surgery

Radial keratotomy was once one of the most frequently used surgical procedures to correct nearsightedness. However, since the development of more effective vision repair procedures, such as LASEK, LASIK and PRK, RK is rarely used today.

To better understand your options, see Am I a Candidate for Refractive or Laser Eye Surgery?

 

 

 

WebMD Medical Reference

Reviewed by John P Keenan, MD on September 26, 2009
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A new eye treatment has patients seeing the world in a new light. It’s called conductive keratoplasty and "CK” is not only effective but also fast.

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